Meaning of 'Fortune knocks once at every man's door'
What does the saying 'Fortune knocks once at every man's door' mean?
Idiom: Fortune knocks once at every man's door
Meaning:
Everyone gets one good chance in a lifetime.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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